The Peoria Woman - July 2006

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Becky Wood
Putting Service First

Becky Wood, president of The Service Station Advertising Agency, built her company from the ground up using skills and knowledge she gained during her years of working in media and sales. In this interview, find out what advice she has for companies regarding their advertising and how this entrepreneur went from working for other people to creating her dream job.

Features
Publisher's Note
What To Wear?
Dress codes aren’t developed and enforced to stifle individuality, but to assist the organization in maintaining its image.
Peoria Profile
Dina Kalina: St. Vincent de Paul Preschool
Fortunately for central Illinois children, several college experiences led Dina Kalina into elementary education rather than politics. In addition to her administrative duties, she teaches a pre-kindergarten class each morning.
Lead Story
Renovating Your Home (While Keeping Its Charm)
With home renovation a hot topic these days, one local couple discusses the pros and cons of renovating older homes. Also, an expert provides tips for choosing the best contractor for the job.
Columns
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Therapy For Treatment-Resistant Depression
Depression is a disease that steals the very essence of its victims. But vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy offers hope to some of these individuals crushed by depression that just won’t go away.